Title:
A Simulation-based Examination of Biomass-electric Hybrid Energy Systems Engaging in Demand Response for the Decarbonisation of Industrial Utilities
Author(s):
Kalpage, R.M., Yu, W., Young, B.R.
Document(s):
Paper
Poster
Abstract:
Electrification of industrial sites holds great potential in decarbonisation of industrial processes, but fluctuations in electricity price in highly renewable-integrated grid systems prove daunting. Demand response can potentially aid in this, but challenges are faced by bio-chemical industries, where process interruption is not feasible due to quality concerns. Combining electricity with biomass in a hybrid energy system allows for biomass to serve as mitigation against electricity price volatility and enabling demand response when advantageous. This work presents a simulation-based approach and examines biomass-electric boiler systems applied to the food industry in a case study, with techno-economic assessment. The focuses of the study include examining the ideal sizing of the system across various scenarios, considering factors such as different years for electricity prices and oversizing. The results indicate that biomass-electric systems engaging in demand response can reduce costs by between 12-28%.
Keywords:
alternative energy, biomass, modelling, industry, process heat
Topic:
Sustainability, Impacts, Policies and Systems Analysis
Subtopic:
Overall system analysis, decision making and IA uses
Event:
33rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
Session:
2BV.9.10
Pages:
415 - 417
ISBN:
978-88-89407-25-7
Paper DOI:
10.5071/33rdEUBCE2025-2BV.9.10
Price:
FREE
